Smoke, Smell, and School Anxiety | Los Angeles News

A massive warehouse fire in Boyle Heights sent millions of pounds of rotting food into the air, creating a stench so overpowering it ruined summer for kids in the neighborhood. LAUSD claims schools are now safe after deep cleaning, new air filters, and purifiers — aiming for students to return August 12 — but parents and teachers remain anxious, with some kids missing outdoor play and even relocating temporarily. While the district insists air quality tests prove safety, critics demand soil testing, especially given the area’s pollution history. The lingering smell and emotional toll on students make this more than just a cleanup — it’s a community healing under pressure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ef2d7a6767cc45d2 Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews